Stella Lula fur case linked to LaPorte and South Bend trials
Obscure local column recounts Stella Lula fur theft case in Chicago linked to mayoral losses in LaPorte and Talbot of South Bend. Notes lawyers, perjury confession, disbarment, and custody of the disputed furs held by Sheriff Smutzer. Wry commentary on merchants and town advertising, rail plans near Michigan City, and local notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banco
Stella Lula
Darrow
LaPorte
Mr. Talbot
South Bend
Wirt Worden
Stella
Geese
Michigan City
Chicago
Zeese
Smutzer
Estate of John Iseminger final account filed
Peter L Iseminger as Administrator presents and files the final settlement of the estate of John Iseminger deceased. The account and vouchers will be examined by the LaPorte Circuit Court in Sept term 198.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shey
LaPorte Circuit
Jonh Ise
Minger
Decea
Norte
Peter L Iseminger
John Iseminger
County approves gravel road improvement in LaPorte County
Report by viewers and engineer for Charles H. Baird et al outlines a public utility gravel road project in Center Scipio and New Durham Townships. Cost estimated at $47,191 with 40 foot wide right of way, grading drainage and macadamizing, plus culverts and water control features. Final acceptance hinges on engineer inspections and strict adherence to plans with payments staged as work progresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Center
Scipio
New
Durham
LaPorte
Indiana
Charles RB. Baird
Charles H. Barr
the Auditor
LePorte County
Plans and Specifications for LaPorte Road Crossing
Beginning at South 263 degrees West 2 feet from the Fourth Street Center intersection in LaPorte Indiana the plan traces numerous bearings and distances along property lines and roads. It describes creek and drainage protections with concrete walls, and ends at the main macadam road station 55 plus 26 feet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Street
LaPorte
County of LaPorte
Indiana
Beg Naing
N. S
Durham
LaPorte County
Chicago
Waterford
Said
N. R
Atation
Supplemental Report on Gravel Road Viewers
The report states no landowner claims for damages for the proposed gravel road and no damages to any land or infants. It notes no personal damages assessed and that damages are not anticipated. The document records August 1908 filings, a November 1906 election date, and an October witness signature by the LaPorte County Auditor.
Dr King’s New Discovery Promoted for Coughs and Colds
Mrs. Geo Walls of For City Maine hails Dr King’s New Discovery as a godsend for coughs and colds in climate where illnesses prevail. The remedy is claimed to prevent pneumonia cure la grippe relieve asthma hay fever and strengthen weak lungs against consumption. Available at E T Scott druggist with a 500 and 100 guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. T. Scott Druggist
Sell Independent Telephones In Bel Brand Line
Five dollar each for Independent telephones, lightly used with a one year guarantee. Now switching to Bel brand. owner M Sher man, Wanatab, Indiana, offers to dispose of former stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bel
M. Sherman
Wanatab
Ind
Bucklea's Aroles Salvere Ad praised for quick skin aid
Tekonsha Mich resident G. J. Welch says the salve cures cuts and skin injuries and heals piles. The notice claims fastest pile cure and lists 25c price at E. T. Scotts drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklea
G. J. Welch
Tekonsha Mich
E. T. Scott's
Millinery Showings by Mrs Bundy at Wapara
Announcement from Mrs H Bundy of Wabash Indiana invites the public to millinery showings featuring late mode designs and popular colors. Due to the International Convention of the Christian Church in Buffalo October 12 to 17 the Wabash offers round trip tickets at one first class fare plus one dollar with return by October 19. sale dates October 10 to 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Bundy
Waparailoo
Ind
Road Construction Specifications For Grading And Drainage
Specifications detail removal of full width improvements and side ditches. Roads to be staked, graded to at least twenty feet wide, and built per engineer profile. Fills must be clean soil, compacted before macadamizing, with 145 to 1 side slopes, proper drainage ditches, and uniform grading aided by a ten ton roller. Public approaches built similarly to 20 feet from center, private approaches restored, and contractor to maintain road integrity during construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Profite
Pet
Eais
Sizra
Aen Ton
Finch
Cross drain profile notes for culvert pipe sizing
The record indicates profile data for cross drains and culvert pipes to be used, detailing siting and length specifications as indicated in the plan. The wording suggests alignment with a standard cross drain profile and conduit sizing for the project.
Road macadam permit requirement wording
Fragmentary historic text describes a road work rule requiring a written permit before placing macadam on any road portion. It specifies that portions completed must reach a certain standard of acceptance and that no macadam may be added without a written permit.
Beware of Foley’s Honey and Tar imitations
Foley and Co of Chicago originator of Foley’s Honey and Tar. warns of imitations with similar sounding names. Genuine product sold in yellow packaging. E. T. Scott lists it as available. Refuse substitutes. Best remedy for coughs and colds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley & Co
Chicago
Foley
E. T. Scott
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la Crovac
Indicator
C. EL Martin
R.M. Martin
Editors and Publishers
Westville
TypMs
Tares
Lake Shore
J. H. W. Meyer
Blair Lands
C.,l.s
Frederick John Goodman
Haskell & Barker
Peppie
Meyers
Schultz
State Supreme Court
State Tax Board
Hanly
Tax Board
Supreme Court
Michigan
Zorn
Meyer
Brerlin
Ludwig Neuman
Thomsston
E. T. Scntt
Wall Station
Asle
Sant Culbertson
la Porte Circuit Court
George Link
Via
Louisville & Nashville RR
New Orleans
Knights of Pythias
F. D. Bush
H. C. Bailey
Cincinnati
N.W
J.E. Davenport
J. H. Milliken
D. P.A
St. Louis
D. P A
Louisville. Co
L. Stone
Gen Louis V
Webel, Bil
Board of Commission
Ers
County of
Cominsionere
Timates
J.D. Norris, Jr
Eln. Hanley
Arthur W. Taylor
Charles H. Miller
State of
County
Board of Commissioners of
la Porte
Charles R. Baird Et al
E. N. Hanley
Board of Commissioners
W. Huntington
Rentin
East Main St
Valparaiso, Ind
Oberreich & Arnold
Lo Pt
Aoe
Shabee
Orrin Eete
Rsssseses
Spcsveetts
Bessssher
waDpeeeete Sareersss
New Durham
Andrew J.shunk
ORINO
Price Co
Druagist
Westville Directory
B. W. Hollenbeck
R. H. Imes
A. Williams
G. F. Swan
A. Willhmans
J. N. Kelly, M.D
F. P. Herrold
Cor. Plane and Walnont Ste
MONON
Indianapolis Mail
North Bow
T.t.prives
Bank OF Westville
E S Smith
Fairview Farm
J. E. Payne
Prop
Amenzo Mann
Undertaker
Calle
Clara Hess
Laporte Directory
Frank E. Osborn
Andrews Bank
Main St. Laporte
F. R. Liddell
ANDERSON @co
Real Estate & Insurance
Crawford's Crockery Store
Ira J. Burch
Roprietor
J. Venedorland
Scott Block
Laporteind
Stephen Zeltner
Maple City Bakery
H. McLean
England
Kansas City
Summerfield
J. E. Shultz
Restaurant & Bakery
AFD
M. A. Schutt
Franklin Street
Fourth and
Franklin
A. M. Oswald
NEW York Cloak and Suit
Franklin ST
Ladie
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